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The Voice Science Podcast

Josh Manuel | VoSci

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Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 64

The Voice Science Podcast is your go-to resource for singers who want to understand the science behind great vocal technique. Hosted by Josh Manuel, founder of VoSci, this podcast breaks down complex voice topics into clear, actionable insights—so you can sing with more confidence, skill, and artistry.

Each short, focused episode explores common myths, key vocal concepts, and research-backed techniques to help you build a stronger, healthier, and more versatile voice. Whether you’re a singer, voice teacher, or just curious about how the voice works, you’ll get practical takeaways to apply in your own singing journey.

🎙️ Tune in, level up your knowledge, and take your voice to the next level—backed by science!

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Teaching Confidence: How Great Teachers Build Bravery in Singers

Season 1 · Episode 35

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 • Duration 14:31

How do you teach someone to feel confident when they sing? In this episode, we explore the psychology and pedagogy behind building genuine vocal confidence—not through empty praise or forced positivity, but through earned experience and strategic teaching approaches.

In This Episode:

The anatomy of confidence: why experience matters more than talent or personality
Creating "safe risk" environments using the zone of proximal development
Transferring ownership from teacher-dependent to self-sufficient singers
Common teaching pitfalls that accidentally undermine confidence growth (over-praising, over-correcting, and rushing progress)
Why confidence is context-specific and what that means for performers
Practical strategies for voice teachers, coaches, and supportive family members

Whether you're a vocal pedagogue looking to refine your teaching approach, a singer struggling with performance anxiety, or someone supporting a vocalist's journey, this episode offers science-backed insights into how confidence is truly built—one small victory at a time.

Key Topics: vocal confidence, singing pedagogy, performance anxiety, voice teaching strategies, self-efficacy in music, vocal technique, music education, stage fright, vocal coaching methods, growth mindset for singers

Learn more about building evidence-based vocal confidence at voicescience.org/vosci-academy

Credits:

Written by Josh Manuel
Recorded by Drew Williams-Orozco

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Screams, Growls, and Science: The Basics of Extreme Vocals

Season 1 · Episode 34

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 • Duration 13:43

Discover the science behind extreme vocals, screaming, and growling in metal music. Are harsh vocals safe? How do death metal singers create those intense sounds?

In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, we explore the fascinating biomechanics of extreme vocalizations with insights from Dr. Ingo Titze's Utah Center for Vocology and research on Will Ramos of Lorna Shore. Learn how the supraglottic region creates vocal distortion, why the stigma around harsh vocals may be misguided, and what voice science reveals about safe screaming techniques.

Topics covered:

The anatomy of extreme vocalizations and vocal distortion
False vocal fold vibration and intentional distortion techniques
Why metal fans love harsh vocals
Separating myths from evidence-based voice science
Safe practices for scream and growl techniques

Whether you're a metal vocalist, vocal coach, or curious about extended vocal techniques, this episode reveals how extreme vocals are created without vocal damage when done correctly.

Featured research: Dr. Amanda Stark, Dr. Julian McGlashan's vocal distortion study, Complete Vocal Technique

#ExtemeVocals #VocalScience #MetalVocals #VocalDistortion #ScreamingTechnique #VoiceScience #HarshVocals #DeathMetal #VocalTechnique #WillRamos #LornaShore

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What Does Your Nose Know About Singing?

Season 1 · Episode 25

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 • Duration 15:01

“You’re singing through your nose.” Some singers hear this as the worst critique possible. Others are told it’s exactly what they should do. So which is it—wrong, right, or something in between?

In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, Drew (with script by Timothy Wilds) untangles the confusion around nasality, nasal resonance, and the role of your nose in shaping vocal sound. You’ll learn:

The difference between nasality, nasalance, and “nasal resonance”
How the velum and velopharyngeal port actually control nasal sound
Why some styles (folk, country, R&B, musical theatre) lean on nasality—and others avoid it
What’s really going on when singers talk about “mask resonance”
Whether nasal resonance adds power, or just muddiness, to your singing

By the end, you’ll know when nasal sound can be a stylistic choice, when it gets in the way, and how to manage it with intention.

🎧 Listen in, and keep singing smart.

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Finding Your Unique Singing Voice

Season 1 · Episode 24

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 • Duration 14:31

Everyone wants to “find their unique voice,” but what does that really mean? In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, we unpack the idea of vocal uniqueness—what biology, environment, and training contribute, and what people are really searching for when they say they want to sound unique. From fingerprints and phonation to imitation, persona, and style, we’ll separate the myths from the reality and explore what it means to develop a voice that’s truly “yours.”

Want guided training to develop your own sound? Explore courses at VoSci Academy.

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The Standard: What Excellence in Singing Really Means

Season 1 · Episode 23

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 • Duration 16:18

What does it really mean to live up to The Standard as a singer or teacher?

In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, Josh digs into the philosophical side of excellence in singing. The Standardisn’t about hitting a high note or holding a phrase for twelve seconds — those are just surface measures. Instead, it’s about integrity: showing up honestly in the practice room, holding yourself accountable in lessons, and being trustworthy on stage and in the studio.

We’ll explore how The Standard looks different for beginners, intermediates, advanced singers, professionals, and teachers — and why it’s both demanding and forgiving. You won’t always meet it, and that’s okay. The point is to keep reaching.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between “good enough” and true growth, this episode will challenge you to ask: Am I really living up to The Standard?

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Without Head Voice, You’re Missing Half Your Instrument

Season 1 · Episode 22

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 • Duration 16:54

Head voice isn’t optional—it’s half your instrument. Yet many singers ignore it, thinking they can get by without ever really developing it. In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, we break down what head voice actually is, how the concept of vocal registers developed through history, and why voice teachers for centuries have called it essential.

You’ll learn:

How head voice and chest voice connect to real vocal fold mechanics
Why Garcia’s 19th-century research and Hirano’s body–cover theory still matter today
The four primary vocal registers—and how they form a continuum
A practical exercise to hear and feel the role of fold mass in your singing
What choices become impossible without head voice (range, blending, mix, emotional colors)

By the end of this episode, you’ll understand why head voice isn’t just another “option”—it’s the key to unlocking your full vocal range and expression.

👉 If you’re ready to strengthen your head voice, check out our course Strengthening Your Head Voice, now available inside VoSci Academy at voicescience.org.

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The Tongue: Hero, Not Hindrance

Season 1 · Episode 21

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 • Duration 17:03

Most singers think of the tongue as a source of tension or a problem to fix. But what if the real issue isn’t tension—it’s habit? In this episode, Timothy Wilds dismantles the myths surrounding tongue tension and makes the case for celebrating the tongue’s complexity, agility, and central role in vocal production. You’ll explore how tongue habituation affects vowels, consonants, resonance, and even laryngeal position—and walk away with practical strategies to free up your singing.

Whether you’re a voice teacher, a singer looking to level up, or just curious about the biomechanics of sound, this episode will change how you think about one of the most important muscles in your vocal system.

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Does Dairy Ruin Your Voice? And Other Real Questions About Singing

Season 1 · Episode 20

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 • Duration 16:14

This week, we took a detour from our usual format to answer real questions from singers, teachers, and curious minds. In this rapid-fire Q&A, we tackle:

Whether dairy actually affects your voice
The most common (and least effective) things singers do in lessons
The one song we recommend leaving out of your repertoire
How to adapt your technique for mic singing
What to say when students hate their recorded voice
How Broadway pros survive 8 shows a week
And why VoSci Academy is built differently from other training programs

Plus: a sneak peek at what’s coming next in Voice Science Academy.

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Anyone Can Sing: True or False?

Season 1 · Episode 19

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 • Duration 13:59

Can anyone really learn to sing—or is talent the deciding factor?

In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, Josh reads a powerful essay by voice teacher Timothy Wilds that challenges one of the most pervasive myths in vocal education. From cultural conditioning to vocal pedagogy, we explore why so many people have been told they “can’t sing”—and what it really takes to reclaim the voice.

Whether you’re a beginner, a returning singer, or a teacher yourself, this conversation reframes singing as a human right, not a rare gift.

🎓 VoSci Academy launches this Friday!

If you’re ready to stop wondering and start training, now’s the time.

Founding Membership is open for just 10 days. Learn more and get started at:

👉 https://www.voicescience.org/academy

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why “talent” is overrated (and often misunderstood)
How singing became an exclusive, performative skill
What it means to be vocally proficient—and how to get there
Why reclaiming your voice matters more than perfection

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The Audition Isn’t Just the Song: How to Prepare Like a Pro

Season 1 · Episode 18

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 • Duration 11:20

The Audition Isn’t Just the Song—so why do so many singers only prepare the music?

In this episode of The Voice Science Podcast, we break down the non-singing elements that make or break your audition: your entrance, demeanor, professionalism, preparation, and how you handle the unexpected.

You’ll learn:

Why most casting decisions happen before you sing
What to do when the accompanist plays the wrong tempo
How to prepare your binder, tech, and track
Why your slate, exit, and even your shoes matter
The real difference between talent and professionalism

Whether it’s your first or your fiftieth audition, this is your guide to walking in prepared—and walking out proud.

🎙️ Want structured, science-backed vocal training?

VoSci Academy launches July 25 → https://voicescience.org

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